History of the #61 Car in NASCAR

232
Starts
0
Wins
0
Poles
5
Top-5s
29
Top-10s

Not every number finds victory lane, but that doesn't mean there isn't a story to tell. The #61 has made 232 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history. ? carried this number the longest with 1 seasons. In a sport built on grit and determination, the #61 represents the heart of the independent racer.

All-Time Driver History

Cup Series stats from 1949-2026. Sorted by starts.

Driver Starts Wins
Joe Mihalic 28 0
Sherman Utsman 15 0
Clarence Lovell 15 0
Elmo Langley 13 0
Kevin Lepage 9 0
Rick Carelli 6 0
Chad Chaffin 6 0
Joe Weatherly 3 0
Johnny Rutherford 3 0
Possum Jones 2 0
Bill Rexford 1 0
Ned Jarret 1 0
Stanton Barrett Jr 1 0
Austin Cameron 1 0
Roy Mayne 1 0

Team Chart (1998-2026)

Year Driver Manufacturer
2007 ? Dodge
2000 Randy Tolsma Chevy
2000 Rich Bickle Chevy

Frequently Asked Questions

Who drove the #61 car in NASCAR?
The #61 has been driven by 3 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). ? held the number the longest with 1 seasons. All-time, 15 drivers made at least one start in the #61.
Who was the most successful driver of the #61 car?
Joe Mihalic is the most successful driver of the #61 with 0 wins and 28 starts.
Who drives the #61 car in 2026?
The #61 does not appear to have a full-time entry in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season based on current team data.
How many wins does the #61 car have in NASCAR history?
The #61 car has 0 wins, 0 poles, 5 top-5 finishes, and 29 top-10 finishes across 232 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #61 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #61 in two sections: the all-time driver history (1949-2026) with aggregate stats from the full Cup Series era, and a detailed team chart (1998-2026) showing team, manufacturer, and sponsor information for each season.